Electrical Panel Builder

The GBS Group; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) with match

Paid Time Off

11 holidays

Company paid life insurance

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Voluntary Life Insurance

Voluntary Accident/Critical Illness

Job summary

The GBS Group is seeking an Electrical Panel Builder to join our Virginia Beach headquarters. This hands‑on role designs, assembles, wires, and tests industrial control panels from engineering schematics, adhering to NEC, UL 508, and IEC standards.

You will read complex schematics, lay out back panels, install relays, PLCs, circuit breakers, and perform continuity and voltage testing with multimeters. 3+ years in electrical assembly and ability to obtain a secret clearance preferred.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED; technical certification or vocational training in industrial electricity or electrical engineering is highly preferred.
• Experience: 3+ years of hands‑on experience in electrical assembly, industrial automation, or panel manufacturing.
• Technical knowledge: Understanding of wire color codes, AWG, and NEC standards.
• Tool proficiency: Mastery of hand tools and power/measurement tools.
• Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a secret clearance strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Schematic interpretation: Read and interpret electrical schematics, drawings, and bills of materials.
• Panel assembly: Layout, back panel prep, mount relays, PLCs, circuit breakers, terminal blocks.
• Wiring and routing: Point‑to‑point wiring, stripping, crimping, and cable management.
• Quality assurance: Inspect terminations and test with multimeters for continuity, resistance, voltage.
• System commissioning: Power on, validate circuits, troubleshoot electrical/pneumatic hardware.
• Documentation: Maintain as‑built redlines to ensure panels meet design specs.

Skills

Schematic interpretation

Education

High school diploma or GED; technical certification preferred

Tools

Hand tools

Power/measurement tools

Multimeters

Job description

Overview

The GBS Group, an engineering services and consulting firm, is seeking an Electrical Panel Builder to join our Virginia Beach headquarters office. The GBS Group designs and delivers high technology services and solutions to most advanced naval and maritime ships, as well as to special purpose platforms and assets. Our office is located within 10 miles of the Virginia Beach resort area and the downtown Norfolk Waterfront shopping district.

Brief Description

Electrical Panel Builder

Overview

The GBS Group, an engineering services and consulting firm, is seeking an Electrical Panel Builder to join our Virginia Beach headquarters office. The GBS Group designs and delivers high technology services and solutions to most advanced naval and maritime ships, as well as to special purpose platforms and assets. Our office is located within 10 miles of the Virginia Beach resort area and the downtown Norfolk Waterfront shopping district.

Responsibilities Will Include (but Are Not Limited To)

An Electrical Panel Builder independently constructs, wires, and tests industrial control panels from engineering schematics. This hands‑on role involves component layout, point‑to‑point wiring, and system validation to operate heavy machinery, automation systems, or manufacturing equipment while ensuring strict adherence to industry safety standards (like NEC, UL 508, and IEC).

• Schematic Interpretation: Read and interpret complex electrical schematics, engineering drawings, and bills of materials.
• Panel Assembly: Perform physical layout, drill and tap back panels, and mount electromechanical components (e.g., relays, PLCs, circuit breakers, terminal blocks).
• Wiring and Routing: Execute precise point‑to‑point wiring, stripping, crimping, and bundling of cables according to established routing standards.
• Quality Assurance: Inspect wiring terminations and perform continuity, resistance, and voltage testing using digital multimeters.
• System Commissioning: Power on, validate circuits, and troubleshoot electrical or pneumatic hardware.
• Documentation: Maintain redline mark‑ups("as‑builts") to provide feedback to engineering and ensure panels meet design specifications.

Qualifications

Candidates for this position must possess the following professional experience and qualifications:

• Education: High school diploma or GED; technical certification or vocational training in industrial electricity or electrical engineering is highly preferred.
• Experience: 3+ years of hands‑on experience in electrical assembly, industrial automation, or panel manufacturing.
• Technical Knowledge: Understanding of wire color codes, AWG, and National Electrical Code (NEC) standards.
• Tool Proficiency: Mastery of hand tools (wire strippers, crimpers, screwdrivers, wrenches) and power/measurement tools (multimeters, drills, micrometers).
• Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a secret clearance strongly preferred.

Physical And Mental Requirements

• Prolonged periods standing, kneeling, bending, and climbing ladders or scaffolding.
• Must wear safety gear, such as goggles and gloves, hard hats, etc. as required.
• Must be able to access and navigate all areas of the (Naval/ Maritime) facility and/or ship.
• Ability to work under stress and meet deadlines.

Pay & Benefits

• Pay rate $30-$40 per hour based on experience
• Discretionary bonuses
• 401(k) with match
• Paid Time Off
• 11 holidays
• Benefits include:
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Voluntary Life insurance
  • Voluntary Accident/ Critical Illness Insurance
• Company Paid:
  • Basic life Insurance
  • Short Term Disability
  • Long Term Disability

EEO Statement

The GBS Group is an equal‑opportunity employer. Employment decisions will be based on legitimate, nondiscriminatory business reasons, including merit, qualification, experience, and abilities. Our employment policies will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, national origin, age, disability, marital or familial status, pregnancy, military/veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy governs all aspects of the employment relationship, including but not limited to selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, promotion, termination, and access to benefits and training. Any employee who feels that he or she is or has been the victim of illegal discrimination or violation of this policy should immediately notify the Chief Administrative Officer or Human Resources. Employees may file a legitimate or good faith discrimination complaint without being subject to reprisal.